Alcohol and Dieting

Many people wonder why alcohol is not permitted while on the Ideal Protein protocol.  The truth is, that while alcohol is not part of protocol in Phases 1 through 3, alcohol on any diet has adverse side effects.

Click on the graphic below, to find out why!

Enjoy a Protocol Friendly Latte

Do you ever feel like you are deprived of your morning latte on a cold fall/winter morning?  Don’t feel that way any longer – you can and should continue to enjoy a latte.

Ingredients:

• Coffee*

• 1/2 container of Ideal Protein Vanilla Pre-Made Drink

• Cinnamon (if desired)

Directions:

• Brew a 6 or 8 oz cup of coffee (depending on the size of your mug)
• Gently heat 1/2 the container of Vanilla Pre-Made (20 – 30 secs in microwave depending on whether you store in the fridge or cupboard)
• Once pre-made is warmed, froth to your desired consistency (I like lots of froth)
• Pour frothed pre-made into the coffee (similar to the way your barista adds it)
• Sprinkle with cinnamon, if desired.
• ENJOY!!

This will actually provide you with two Ideal Protein servings; however watch your coffee intake and ensure you compensate with extra water.

* Substituting Tea

If you would like to enjoy a LONDON FOG, then substitute the coffee with your favourite blend of Earl Grey Tea (I brew it a little stronger)

or

If CHAI LATTE is one of your favourites, then substitute the coffee with your favourite blend of Chai Tea (I find Masala Chai to be a great blend, and again, brew it a little longer)

I hope one of these will take the chill off on cooler mornings and evenings.  Frequently I will use half the pre-made in the morning, with coffee and then enjoy a nice London Fog in the evening, with the balance of the pre-made.

Motivations

There are some things in life we just cant “do over”.  That is no reason to not make changes that will change the ending of our story.  Don’t beat yourself up for past choices.  Be THANKFUL you have the chance to change and learn how to make healthier ones.

Ideal Protein Protocol Bread

This recipe can be made using any of the Ideal Protein soups (except chicken noodle – not tried it, so not sure how it would work).

Ingredients:

• Egg whites (beaten) from 2 large or 3 small eggs

• 1 package IP Soup (Broccoli/Cheese, Leek, and Tomato

• 1 tsp baking powder

• Spices to taste (For example, thyme, pepper, garlic powder, curry powder)

Directions:

• Preheat oven to 200 C.
• Beat egg whites (doesn’t have to be stiff … just well mixed)
• Add in IP Soup package and baking powder; mix until blended
• Add in spices to taste
• Line a baking sheet with baking paper.
• Using a spatula, scoop out the dough and spread onto the paper in a rectangle shape (see picture).  Do not spread too thin.
• Let this rise for about 5 minutes, but it’s not mandatory.
• Bake for about 10-15 minutes .

I put the baking powder and spices in the IP soup package and gently stirred it all together in the package.  The picture is bread made using the Brocolli/Cheese soup and curry powder.

I also did a light spray of olive oil on the top and lightly sprinkled some salt.

Bread can be sliced in pieces as shown in the picture; however you can also slice through so you can add veggies to make a sandwich.  I would recommend cutting in quarters if you wish to use as two slices of bread.

One Ideal Protein serving.